Our client, a growing Houston area law firm, is seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Manager to lead the HR function at their firm. The HR Manager will play a key role in fostering a professional, compliant, and high-performing work environment. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compliance, compensation and benefits, and HR policy development.________________________________________Key Responsibilities:• Recruitment & Staffing:o Oversee recruitment and onboarding of attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff.o Partner with attorneys to understand staffing needs and coordinate effective hiring strategies.• Employee Relations:o Serve as a trusted resource for employees and management on HR-related issues.o Mediate and resolve workplace conflicts and conduct internal investigations as needed.• Performance Management:o Coordinate performance review processes for both legal and administrative teams.o Assist partners and supervisors with coaching and performance improvement plans.• Compliance & Policy Management:o Ensure the firm is compliant with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.o Maintain and update employee policies specific to the legal profession.• Compensation & Benefits:o Administer employee compensation, including bonuses and merit increases, in alignment with market standards and firm goals.• HR Systems & Data:o Maintain HRIS systems and ensure accuracy of employee records.o Generate reports and analytics for leadership on key HR metrics.________________________________________Qualifications:• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, within a law firm setting.• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills.• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.• Experience with legal-specific recruiting and performance metrics a plus.